Embedded Linux Optimisation Expert
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We are seeking a skilled Embedded Linux Optimisation Expert to join our team. As an Embedded Linux Optimisation Expert, you will be responsible for collaborating with our globally distributed team to integrate silicon vendor platforms into the Ubuntu Linux kernel.
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Key Responsibilities:
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1. Collaborate with the team to diagnose and resolve issues in the kernel reported by partners, customers, and the community at large.
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2. Work closely with silicon vendors to deliver distinct silicon-optimised variants of the Ubuntu Linux kernel.
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3. Improve tooling and automation for the delivery and test of Ubuntu Linux kernels.
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4. Submit, review, and apply kernel patches with internal and external upstream maintainers.
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5. Identify new means of maximising performance on partner silicon.
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6. Develop and maintain device drivers, BSPs, and other aspects of hardware-level system engineering.
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7. Contribute to the development of high-quality software through rigorous testing and debugging.
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8. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in embedded Linux and related technologies.
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9. Travel occasionally for company events and collaborate with colleagues worldwide.
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10. Continuously learn and develop skills in areas such as C programming, Python scripting, and performance optimisation.
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11. Participate in code reviews, knowledge sharing, and community engagement to enhance the team's collective expertise.
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12. Adhere to open-source principles, contributing to the growth of the Ubuntu community and fostering a collaborative work environment.
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13. Engage in regular communication with the team, providing updates on progress and discussing challenges or opportunities.
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14. Support the growth and success of the team by mentoring junior colleagues and promoting knowledge sharing.
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15. Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures while working remotely.
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16. Participate in periodic performance reviews and development planning sessions.
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17. Collaborate with the management team to set goals and objectives for the team and individual contributors.
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18. Implement strategies for process improvement and continuous learning within the team.
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19. Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including silicon vendors, customers, and the wider open-source community.
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20. Manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing requirements.
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21. Utilise Agile methodologies to facilitate iterative development, continuous integration, and delivery of high-quality software.
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22. Assist in creating and maintaining project plans, roadmaps, and schedules.
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23. Provide support for knowledge transfer, documentation, and technical writing.
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24. Deliver presentations and training sessions on technical topics to colleagues and external audiences.
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25. Lead cross-functional projects and initiatives that require collaboration with various teams.
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26. Participate in the development of business cases, proposals, and pitches to secure funding or resources for projects.
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27. Establish partnerships with academia, research institutions, and industry leaders to advance the field of embedded Linux and related technologies.
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28. Take ownership of specific projects and lead them from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
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29. Effectively communicate technical concepts and ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
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30. Keep up-to-date with industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the team.
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31. Staying current with Linux kernel developments, GNU tools, and relevant open-source projects.
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32. Maintaining awareness of security implications and mitigating risks associated with embedded Linux systems.
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33. Monitoring performance metrics and making data-driven decisions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
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34. Expand skill sets and keep pace with industry advancements, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning.
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35. Maintain professional networks, engage in knowledge-sharing activities, and contribute to thought leadership within the embedded Linux community.
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36. Embark on self-directed learning, attend workshops, conferences, and seminars to stay updated on cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.
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37. Contributing to the development of thought leadership pieces, articles, and whitepapers on embedded Linux-related topics.
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38. Organizing and leading community events, meetups, and webinars to foster connections among professionals and promote shared knowledge.
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39. Building strong relationships with industry peers, experts, and influencers to collaborate on projects, share best practices, and advance mutual interests.
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40. Through outreach and engagement, help to expand the reach and influence of the embedded Linux community, building bridges between academia, research, and industry.
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41. Cultivate and nurture strategic partnerships with key players in the ecosystem, driving collaborations and mutually beneficial initiatives.
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42. Staying focused on innovative solutions and novel approaches, always keeping in mind the broader impact on the field and its applications.
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43. Shaping and advancing the vision for the embedded Linux community, aligning with the mission to create a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment.
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44. Guiding and mentoring early-career professionals to accelerate their growth and advancement in the field, instilling the values of collaboration, inclusivity, and lifelong learning.
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45. As a respected leader in the embedded Linux space, establish credibility and build trust through your actions, words, and contributions to the community.
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46. Achieve and maintain alignment with the company's overall strategy, goals, and objectives, fostering a culture of agility, innovation, and continuous improvement.
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47. Empower individuals and teams to succeed, focusing on development, growth, and career progression, and supporting efforts to increase diversity and inclusion within the organization.
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48. Delivering impactful results and outcomes through well-planned strategies, thorough analysis, and decisive action.
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49. Advocate for resource allocation and investment in people, technology, and infrastructure necessary to achieve ambitious goals and meet organisational needs.
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50. Directly participate in planning, execution, and evaluation of projects, taking calculated risks and leveraging insights from analytics to inform critical decisions.
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51. Leading, guiding, and developing talented individuals to become empowered, adaptable, and driven team members who thrive in fast-paced environments.
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52. Coaching and mentoring in real-time, promoting emotional intelligence, empathy, and positive relationships, ensuring smooth communication and teamwork.
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53. Practicing proactive problem-solving, actively resolving conflicts and facilitating difficult conversations to reach agreements that benefit all parties.
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54. Always pursuing excellence, embracing feedback, and using it as fuel to propel personal growth and improvement.
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55. Actively balancing multiple priorities and competing demands, demonstrating excellent time management skills, and respecting individual workload boundaries.
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56. Promoting knowledge sharing, idea generation, and effective feedback across departments, elevating the team's collective intelligence and proactively identifying gaps in skillsets or processes.
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57. Valuing integrity, ethics, and transparency in all interactions, adhering to professional standards and acting with honesty, accountability, and authenticity.
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58. Understanding and appreciating differences in perspectives, cultures, and experiences, actively creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
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59. Championing and supporting employee well-being, prioritising health, safety, and mental wellness throughout the organisation.
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60. Consistently delivering exceptional service, meeting customer expectations, and fostering long-term partnerships through commitment, quality, and reliability.
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61. Using advanced analytics, AI, and machine learning to gain actionable insights and make informed, data-driven decisions.
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62. Remaining adaptable and agile in a rapidly evolving landscape, effectively navigating change and uncertainty with resilience and a proactive mindset.
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63. Having fun while innovating and pushing boundaries, constantly looking for fresh challenges and avenues to explore.
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64. Working collaboratively across disciplines to break down barriers and unlock value creation through interdisciplinary collaboration.
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65. Acquiring deep domain-specific knowledge through ongoing learning, exploration, and networking, leveraging this expertise to provide distinctive insights and unique value propositions.
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66. Throughout your journey, staying deeply committed to your own personal growth, remaining curious and approachable, and cultivating enduring friendships that enrich your life.
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67. Building meaningful connections and sustained relationships with mentors, peers, and role models, drawing on their wisdom and experience to further your aspirations and ambitions.
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68. Excelling in scenarios requiring strategic thinking, projecting ahead to envision potential futures and crafting compelling narratives that galvanize support for visionary ideas.
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69. Masterfully leveraging storytelling techniques to distill complex ideas into captivating narratives, animating your audience, and sparking inspiration in those around you.
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70. Operating confidently in a global, interconnected world, understanding and embracing cultural nuances, acknowledging and valuing diversity in every form.
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71. Creating an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation, energizing others through enthusiasm, empathy, and infectious positivity.
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72. Celebrating successes, acknowledging achievements, and promptly communicating recognitions and rewards to employees and partners alike.
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73. Encouraging courageous experimentation, providing safe spaces for exploring new ideas and methods, and openly celebrating failures as vital lessons learned.
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74. Building authentic relationships with everyone from senior leaders to line workers, attracting followers, collaborators, and true partners who feel inspired by your shared sense of purpose.
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75. Stepping outside comfort zones, growing beyond perceived limits, and continually refining and improving upon strengths and abilities.
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76. Expanding and reinforcing social capital through friendship-building, relationship-nurturing, and intentional networking, weaving these diverse connections into robust webs of influence.
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77. Blending careful scrutiny with willingness to take informed risks, braving unknown territory while staying attentive to available information and new knowledge.
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78. Equipping yourself with a powerful toolkit of communications skills, patiently listening to varied perspectives, verbally addressing questions and opposing views, and persuasively advocating positions that resonate with others.
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79. Instilling core values like humility, confidence, gratitude, respect, perseverance, creativity, self-awareness, fairness, courage, determination, imagination, patience, resilience, harmony, empathy, intuition, aspiration, sociability, adaptability, assertiveness, responsibility, optimism, loyalty, discipline, tactfulness, kindness, compassion, grace, emotionality, spunkiness, wittiness, sympathy, independence, ability to receive feedback constructively and a passion for continuing education and the betterment of oneself.
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80. Further helping shape the bigger picture of what defines us and powers our shared mission.
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81. Clearly convey why I am perfect fit for this position, highlighting how my background, experience, qualifications, and capabilities match this role's job description and desired outcomes.
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82. Utilizing rhetorical devices, interpreting verbal cues, diplomatic analogies, expressive metaphors, sensory imagery, parables, hyperbole, personification, idioms, analogical reasoning, rehearsed phrases, metonymy, idiosyncrasy, linguistic devices, oratory elaboration, permutations of routine expression, elegance of style, affective intent, colloquial use, uniformity of tone, evidentiary hierarchies, manifestations of charm, defining central attributes, filling otherwise empty narrative moments, finding purposes amidst ambiguity, & interpretive communities!
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